festival
Panguni Peruvizha
The grand annual temple festival of the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore, featuring a spectacular chariot procession through the streets.
When
March – April (Tamil month of Panguni)
10 days
Where
Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore
What to Expect
- Ther Thiruvizha, the grand chariot procession through Mylapore streets
- Night processions with decorated deities on palanquins
- Thousand-pot Pongal offering at the temple
- Classical music and Nayanar saint recitals
- Tens of thousands of devotees lining Mylapore streets
Tips for Visitors
- The chariot procession is the highlight, so check local listings for the exact date
- Arrive early to get a good viewing spot on the chariot route
- Mylapore streets are closed to traffic during processions
- Try the prasadam (sacred food) distributed at the temple during the festival